Events

Loving Day stands as an annual national celebration on June 12, commemorating the pivotal 1967 United States Supreme Court decision, Loving v. Virginia, which dismantled all state laws prohibiting interracial marriage. We firmly believe that as our diverse community continues to embrace one another, it significantly enriches the tapestry of our city and state, shaping […]

Juneteenth: A Brief History On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to ensure all enslaved people were freed. As the news spread, so too did the celebrations – Juneteenth, also known as Jubilee Day, Freedom Day, or Emancipation Day, was born. Today, […]

This is an outdoor event. They played music professionally before the war. After fighting in some of the fiercest battles of Russia’s war against Ukraine and recovering from injuries, they get back to playing. Cultural Forces, the cultural arm of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, is bringing five musicians for a tour in US to […]

SPARK: On the Circle is a community art space on Monument Circle managed by Big Car Collaborative. Spark is designed to be a fun and welcoming place for anyone in downtown Indianapolis. This performance will be outside, and seating may be limited. They played music professionally before the war. After fighting in some of the […]

They played music professionally before the war. After fighting in some of the fiercest battles of Russia’s war against Ukraine and recovering from injuries, they get back to playing. Cultural Forces, the cultural arm of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, is bringing five musicians for a tour in US to thank the American people for […]

In Celebration of Native Cultures About: Shop for jewelry, pottery, paintings, beadwork and more from more than 140 artists from across the United States and Canada. Enjoy cultural performances including music, dance and storytelling, and family art-making activities while eating fry bread and other food from local vendors. Ticket Information: Members: FREE (named members on […]

They played music professionally before the war. After fighting in some of the fiercest battles of Russia’s war against Ukraine and recovering from injuries, they get back to playing. Cultural Forces, the cultural arm of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, is bringing five musicians for a tour in US to thank the American people for […]

This powerful event features moving performances from local historians and poets. Enjoy period and contemporary performances and support local black businesses in our Black Market. Don’t forget to try the soul food samplings. Family friendly event.

Owned and operated by the Arts Council of Indianapolis, the Artsgarden is an iconic venue in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. This performance will be inside, and ample seating will be available. They played music professionally before the war. After fighting in some of the fiercest battles of Russia’s war against Ukraine and recovering from […]

Exploring the collective culture and community built from DACA, Dreamer, and immigrant resilience. This panel is presented by the Indianapolis Mayor's Office of International and Latino Affairs and the Immigrant Heritage Month Committee.   Register on Zoom.